What is your favorite Atari 2600 Console?

[disjaukifa]

Hey Guys,

 

Just wondering what everyone's favorite 2600 console. I didn't include the clones in the list or the Flashbacks because well there is a ton of clones and the flashbacks can't play original carts.

 

I would have to say my favorite would be the 2600 Heavy Sixer. I just seems the most durable and I just love how solid it feels.

 

Cosmetically I like the 2600 Jr, but I hate using, I always feel like I am going to snap it in half.

 

Lets hear what your favorite 2600 Console and why!!!

 

-Disjaukifa

[nathanallan]

Mine is purely for aesthetic reason, the Jr. looks like it was styled after the ST computers (a fav of mine).

 

Nathan

[accousticguitar]

I use a Jr. because it takes up less space.

[+MattelAquarius]

I voted for the Sears Video Arcade II, because I happen to have one of these interesting items in my collection. In the poll, you describe them as the "Sears version of Atari 2600 Jr." However, they'd be better described as the "Sears version of the Atari 2800 (the 2800 was only released in Japan)."

 

The 2800 case is actually very similar to the 7800.

 

Not that it really matters for the purpose of your poll...

[disjaukifa]

I voted for the Sears Video Arcade II, because I happen to have one of these interesting items in my collection. In the poll, you describe them as the "Sears version of Atari 2600 Jr." However, they'd be better described as the "Sears version of the Atari 2800 (the 2800 was only released in Japan)."

 

The 2800 case is actually very similar to the 7800.

 

Not that it really matters for the purpose of your poll...

 

Really??? Honestly I did not know that!!! Thanks for the information!!! Learn something new everyday!!! If an admin could update the poll that would be fanatistic, I just tried but it said I didn't have permission. I guess I should have add the Atari 2800 as well . . .

 

-Disjaukifa

Edited September 20, 2009 by disjaukifa

[+TrekMD]

I voted for the Jr also because I like how the design fits the look of the 5200 and 7800.

[Polybius]

I voted for the Hong Kong 6 Switch. It looks a little cleaner than the Sunnyvale Heavy sixer. I like the base design better.

[disjaukifa]

Thanks to everyone that has replied!!!! Its interesting to see why people like the consoles they do!!! I have to admit I thought their would be more votes for the Darth Vader Atari . . . . guess I was wrong!!! I have found it interesting the comments about the Atari Jr. and the Sears Video Arcade II, those have been interesting!!!

 

Keep the votes coming!!!

 

Thanks

Disjaukifa

[nathanallan]

The Vader is on my nice list, but below the Jr. is the heavy sixer because of the curved front bottom. Curved bottoms are always nice :!: But I digress. I had a Vader for a long time, though, but it loses points cause a lot of other electronic stuff is all black.

Edited September 20, 2009 by nathanallan

[homerwannabee]

There was a Tawain Heavy Sixer by the way. For one month in July Atari continued to make the heavy sixer while in Taiwan. This quickly became the light sixer, but they foreign made Heavy Sixer does exist. I should know since I have one. I also have the American made one as well!

[chuckwalla]

I've only had heavy 6-switchers, back in the early 80's when I got my first (used) 2600 and the two others I got about 10 years ago. Flawless, dependable, and loaded with nostalgia.

[Kenny_McCormic]

I grew up with and currently only own a 4 switch woody, so my vote goes there. I would however love to see a 6 switch vader! I don't think I will ever own a junior, except maybe as a party system(warlords) for its cheapness and portability.

Edited September 20, 2009 by Kenny_McCormic

[Wickeycolumbus]

Heavy sixer, it is the toughest and has the best picture in my opinion.

 

I've only had heavy 6-switchers, back in the early 80's when I got my first (used) 2600 and the two others I got about 10 years ago. Flawless, dependable, and loaded with nostalgia.

 

I hate to break it to you, but that is a light sixer.

[disjaukifa]

There was a Tawain Heavy Sixer by the way. For one month in July Atari continued to make the heavy sixer while in Taiwan. This quickly became the light sixer, but they foreign made Heavy Sixer does exist. I should know since I have one. I also have the American made one as well!

 

 

See all this good information, stuff you learn every day, its fantastic!!!

 

Thanks for all your your replies keep them coming!!!

 

-Disjaukifa

[jahfish]

since you don't let me choose my dactar 007 maletta, it will be the heavysixer of course

[disjaukifa]

since you don't let me choose my dactar 007 maletta, it will be the heavysixer of course

 

I've never heard of that, just googled that and it looks like one very interesting system!!!! I've never seen it or heard of it before!!! I have to admit, I am supprised that now one has voted for the Sears Video Arcade 6 or 4 switcher.

 

-Disjaukifa

[jaybird3rd]

My favorite 2600 console is a 7800, since it can also play 7800 games, but I suppose that doesn't count. I picked the Jr. because it's so small and sleek and portable.

[disjaukifa]

My favorite 2600 console is a 7800, since it can also play 7800 games, but I suppose that doesn't count. I picked the Jr. because it's so small and sleek and portable.

 

HAHAH yeah, if I had allowed the 7800 I think just about everyone would have picked it.

 

-Disjaukifa

[jahfish]

I have to admit, I am supprised that now one has voted for the Sears Video Arcade 6 or 4 switcher.

-Disjaukifa

 

because they're nice, but not as cool as the heavysixer when it comes to design ... after all it is just a ripoff of the original and the woodgrain just looks better on the original heavysixer ...

[jahfish]

My favorite 2600 console is a 7800, since it can also play 7800 games, but I suppose that doesn't count. I picked the Jr. because it's so small and sleek and portable.

 

u could have picked the sears video arcade II ... it's pretty much the same case design than the 7800

[GideonsDad]

I like the Jr. because a friend of mine had it (he got it the same Christmas I got my NES) and we had more fun playing Mario Brothers on his Jr. than we did playing anything on my NES. Aside from that I just think it looks so sleek compared to the earlier models.

 

GideonsDad

[roland p]

I like the gemini

[Foxsolo2000]

Light sixer. First one I ever owned

[littleman jack]

The 4 switch woodie is my favorite because it is the first one I owned.

 

However, I'm also very happy with the Vader I now own as well. Looks very cool and sleek.

 

The wood grain, however, on my 4 switch woodie just screams "Retro!", which I like.

[Rik]

I voted for the Vader,as i like its looks.But for convenience,i use the Jr.as it takes up less room on the coffee table where i have my CV and INTV 2 sitting as well.